Learning outcome

After completing the course, the students should have the following qualifications regarding knowledge, skills, and general competence:

be able to explain central concepts of radiation and know how measuring radiation
• have basic knowledge concerning noise pollution
• have basic knowledge of indoor climate and light conditions

• be able to explain the thermal and atmospheric indoor climate, ventilation and lighting
• have practical skills in calculation of road traffic noise
• be able to carry out simple analysis in environmental hygiene measurement

• be able to communicate key subject matter within noise and air pollution in writing and orally

• knowledge of various laws and regulations in the field

Course Description

Key theme:

· Noise: elementary sound theory, sound perception, noise in buildings, special types of noise, measurement of noise and calculation methods for traffic noise
· Indoor climate: oversensitive, thermal and atmospheric indoor climate, ventilation and light conditions
· Air pollution and purification methods: types and sources of air pollution, dispersation theory, purification methods for particles and gasses
· Radioactive contamination: radiation concepts and sizes, types and sources of radiation, health dangers and radiation with special emphasis on radon

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, seminars and group-work, at campus and on-line. Obligatory environmental-hygienic measuring technique course for three days. One or two theme days - obligatory.

Assessment Methods

Grades will be given after the final examination (4 hours) which counts for 100% of the final grade. The environmental-hygienic measuring technique course must also be passed to approve the course assessment.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean